Goal setting worksheet
A free one page goal setting worksheet. Write one goal, why it matters, three small steps, what might get in the way and how you will check in each week.
Updated 21 October 2026. Sources named on the page.
- Goal, reason and date fields
- Three small steps
- A plan for obstacles and a weekly check in
- Free to print for yourself
What is on the sheet
- Goal, reason and date fields
- Three small steps
- A plan for obstacles and a weekly check in
The picture shows the A4 goal setting worksheet. The US Letter version has the same layout.
How to use it
Choose one goal and make it specific. Write why it matters to you, then break it into three steps small enough to start this week. Name what might get in the way and how you will handle it.
A tip
One goal at a time works better than many. Review the sheet weekly and change the steps if they are not working. Changing the plan is not failing.
Questions
How many goals should I write?
One at a time. Finish or drop it before starting another.
What makes a good step?
One you can start this week and finish in a short time.
Keep going
Keep going after the goal setting worksheet
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